2001 Kia Potentia vs. 2005 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2005 Mahindra Commander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Potentia weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Mahindra Commander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Kia Potentia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mahindra Commander will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Kia Potentia (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Potentia | 2005 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Kia | Mahindra |
| Model | Potentia | Commander |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |
